It’s true! Today I’m officially launching my campaign for the Ward 4 DC Council seat! Why? It’s simple - Ward 4 families and residents asked me to do so! This campaign is about people, not “teams” “organizations” - it’s about an agenda for Ward 4 crafted by Ward 4! I’m looking
@AfricanArchives
This story always hits home for me - being from Roanoke. My mom and aunt remember and knew some of their family. My mom as a child was afraid to go to the circus because of the fear Black kids still had of being taken away. I can’t imagine going through this. Thank God their mom
Interesting to see the takes on this - suddenly waking up to the reality that repeat violent offenders are largely behind most violent crimes - an obvious fact we've known for ages. Previous silence can't be erased with newfound rhetoric. I want swift arrests, pre-trial
Police are looking for two armed teens who are possibly targeting school kids in robberies with KIDNAPPING. One took place this morning near Coolidge (5th St and Underwood St NW DC) and Roosevelt yesterday morning.
"...No indication that anyone has been harmed." I beg to differ. We talk about trauma a lot but not often in the context of victims. Harm is experienced every time someone hears a gun shot and wonders where the bullet is going to land. Every student, parent, teacher, resident
Alerting neighbors that MPD is searching the area around 5th & Van Buren NW for an armed individual with a black hoodie and tan pants. Right now, there is no indication that anyone has been harmed. Nearby schools are on lockdown to ensure safety, and MPD has set up a perimeter.
Yes, that’s my top priority along with many residents in Ward 4 and I’m not going to shy away from that reality or from addressing the issue. Folks are fed up with worrying about making it home safe and deserve to have a Councilmember that can deliver a balanced approach on the
I’ve had more calls in this campaign than my whole race for At Large. It’s clear what
#Ward4
is concerned about: crime and representation- feeling respected. I’m listening.
#Ward4Forward
.
I’ve heard so many people in Ward 4 talk about the levels of violence and the unspoken truth of families leaving DC. It will take us years to right the wrongs of poor legislative decisions, decriminalization, and the “ideology” that prioritizes people that commit crime over
Prosecutors play a major role.
@USAO_DC
should immediately assign SAUSAs (special AUSAs) as dedicated members assigned to MPDs violent crime task forces (if they are not). Get an MOU, DC fund the positions, and get these cases prosecuted. Case sufficiency goes ⬆️ prosecution
I hope DC media will please look at what Baltimore says is working to reduce homicides (down 23% YTD) & gun violence & then contrast it with DC.
Their prosecutor is aggressively pursuing firearms offenses.
@USAO_DC
declines to prosecute about half of MPD's firearms arrests. (1/
This should not be a surprise to anyone, yet alone DC leadership including the Council. If it’s one thing I tried to highlight over the course of the Primary is our failed housing authority leadership. I didn’t need a report to paint the picture but it sure is helpful.
Friday evening news: a damning HUD report cites failures with
@DC_Housing
leadership — and says the agency has failed to provide “decent, safe and sanitary” housing for residents, in violation of federal requirements. W/
@stevesthompson
:
Even though I didn't win the race, I have no regrets and am profoundly grateful for all the grace and support many have shown me. This was a spirited fight, and we stood firm on our principles. My heartfelt thanks go out to my incredible team of volunteers and staff, my amazing
DC Council Chair
@ChmnMendelson
on changes to
#SecureDC
: “We’d gotten some suggestions from some folks who work with this issue nationally…”
Reporter: “Do you know which group that was?”
Mendelson: [Long pause] “Hmm…I think I’ll leave that out at the moment.”
(H/t
Just completed my first ride since getting my new ebike. 1. Less than a block from my house a Porsche ran the stop side and almost it me. He was turning right I was going straight. It was scary as hell taking Wise road into the park. 1/2 the cars blew by me at insane
Today I'm officially launching my campaign for the Democratic At-Large Council seat! We can build
#AJustDC
where people and communities are our top priority. Visit to learn more about me and why I'm running! Thanks!
#DCision22
The Washington Post endorsed me as “the better choice for Ward 4!” I’m proud and enthusiastic about this endorsement. This is a good reflection of our need for leadership that can balance tough decisions, listen to resident concerns, all while staying hyper focused on the
Heartbreaking. This certainly is not safe passage. We’re struggling to get attendance rates to pre pandemic levels. This certainly does not help. The more I think about the rise in juvenile crime and related school incidents, no alternative safety structure in place, the more I’m
COOLIDGE STUDENTS ROBBED: IAO 5th St and Tuckerman St NW: Mpd is on scene of a robbery with 3 suspects armed with guns robbing students heading to school of wallets, cell phones and keys.
My thoughts and prayers go out to these officers shot doing their job. Police work is inherently dangerous. Routine arrests and search warrants, even field interviews can turn deadly in seconds. And my heart especially breaks for those kids. Who can deny this continuous trauma?
“It’s not political to remove police from schools. It’s about eliminating the school to prison pipeline for Black and brown youth. Data shows we need to invest in school-base mental health & that’s what I will be fighting for as the At-Large Councilmember”
#DCDebates2022
Saluting the brave men and women in
#MPD
who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. Your dedication and sacrifice do not go unnoticed. Thank you for your service. An effective MPD is in our best interest. My public safety platform focuses on a strong MPD to not only
On
#NationalLawEnforcementDay
, we express our deep appreciation and thanks to all law enforcement officers across the U.S.! S/O to our dedicated MPD officers for their commitment and efforts to protect and serve our nation's capital and our communities. Today, we honor you!
The Council has a choice. Income standards are critical in ensuring the right folks are on the program. This is what I spent years of ensuring - no fraud, waste and abuse in housing programs. What’s the standard to now verify income? What’s the burden on DCHA staff to do so? And
The Council is now set to vote Tues. to override Bowser's veto of a bill that would let applicants self-certify their incomes when applying for housing vouchers/bar DCHA from conducting criminal background checks.
Here's Bowser's veto message on the bill:
Was knocking doors today and heard from a Ward 4 senior: “If Walmart calls about my meds and it's almost night, I won't go until the next day.” Clear sign that public safety isn't just a priority, it's essential. No one should fear a simple errand and folks are done with the
When I speak of a
#JustDC
, this is what I mean. It’s not just talking the talk, it’s walking the walk. It’s decades of my investment into my community, my robust oversight experience, and my love for ALL of DC! Support the movement➡️
Was at BOE picking up and ran into the best of the best! My campaign chair
@saulehforanc
,
@Janell105Janell
, and my colleague
@Dexter4Dc
!! We had a great time reliving
#DC2022
primary days and charting our paths forward! We have work to do DC!!
Displacement in DC didn’t just start. The Council, among others, has a responsibility to ensure DC remains vibrant and accessible to all people, and especially to native Washingtonians. I’ve called for Anti-Displacement legislation and will work to keep families in DC.
For the past few days I’ve been quiet on this platform. Here’s why: today and for several days my neighbors, son, and I have been desperately helping a Ward 4 senior. She did all the right things in life and in her later years suffered a stroke. She has multiple medical problems
@GoreforDC
's older adult platform is so good & is promising for Ward 4 and DC. She wants to prioritize 1) combatting hunger; 2) increasing access to HCBS; 3) supporting chronic disease management programs; and 4) supporting caregivers, among other things.
Great weekend talking to Ward 4 voters and listening to their concerns and ideas to make our community better. Public safety and education were big priorities! As one resident said “I move differently now” when discussing how she’s adjusted to the rise in violence. This is a
Absolutely. We must ask these questions to determine exactly what’s working. My public safety platform emphasizes:
✅Strong, efficient oversight of all criminal justice and related agencies.
✅ All agencies operating with precision and accountability within the justice
As violence rose in DC, so did the fight against it. Today DC spends $100+ million on 100+ plans, initiatives & programs. Who's in charge? What are you getting for your money? And why does an expert who helped build it says it's not working? Answers today on
@nbcwashington
According to one source, this is the fourth armed robbery at this
@Walgreens
by the same suspect in the past five months.
On 11/10/2023 at 2128 hours, MPD Officers received an assignment for a Robbery at 801 7th St NW. Upon arrival on the scene, MPD Officers made contact with
Thank you
@afronews
for highlighting my campaign. Your reporting is fair, balanced, and includes my actual point of view! I appreciate that and so do the readers!
#Ward4Forward
!
"Lisa Gore, a retired law enforcement officer, is running for the Ward 4 seat on the D.C. Council. With a focus on public safety, education, and economic development, what are your thoughts on her campaign?
#DCPolitics
"
Dropping off our first set of ballot petitions!!!! Our volunteers collected over 2400 petitions because we know our heart is in making DC more just for everyone in EVERY Ward! 🙏🏼🙏🏼💙💙
Lisa Gore is a seasoned candidate for the DC Council Ward 4 Democratic seat and the current Chair of ANC 3/4G.Her 27-year tenure in federal law enforcement and extensive oversight of federal housing programs underscores her depth of experience and commitment to public service.
#Ward4
voters are still talking about PUBLIC SAFETY! And one way I'm committed to reducing our rates is tackling the truancy and chronic absenteeism in our Ward 4 schools. With rates as high as 78.6%, no more distractions. Our children need us.
#Ward4Forward
.
Just went to grab a birthday cake and ran into this mess. Don’t tell me we don’t know how to hang out signs. Here is ANOTHER sign ripped down from Georgia Ave. Yeah let’s keep cute..
@202Moses
@GoreforDC
She’s the one who made the accusation but for what it’s worth, here you go. No one who supports Janeese is scared of Lisa. If anything, we are disappointed.
Had the pleasure of meeting Dimitri this afternoon and discussing ANCs and racial and social justice issue. The youth get it! His response to AH in Chevy Chase? Absolutely! His favorite ANC
@salimadofo
! Salim he is a big fan of yours! Top issues he said his peers are concerned
How low can they go? Apparently very! Thank you to the neighbor on Kalmia that caught this and shared it with me. Janeese your folks must be scared. It’s ok though. I completely understand and folks are watching!
Lisa:
Overnight, your signs at 16th Street and Kalmia Rd NW were
@PersistDC
@ZacharyforWard5
I just listened to the comments VO made. As a candidate, mom, and human being, it continues to sadden me to see these types of attacks on the
#LGBTQ
community. We need city leaders to embrace humanity. It’s not acceptable behavior from anyone let alone
Still stunned that Vincent Orange chose the Stonewall Dems(!) forum for a shameful, unprovoked attack on
@ZacharyforWard5
's decision to be public about his sexual orientation.
If VO wasn't being outright homophobic, he was at minimum showing catastrophically poor judgement.
2024 is getting off to a fun start in D.C.: the Council will vote on a resolution next week authorizing it to sue Bowser over her refusal to expand SNAP benefits.
This would be the first such suit since the Vince Gray-era battles over budget autonomy.
I thought my morning started out great when our campaign received certification notice from OCF! It just got better when Brandon opened his mail and got his 1st acceptance notification AND a merit scholarship! This is a "hell yes!" for all the preemie babies and families!
Thank you
@ggwash
, I am grateful and humbled by your endorsement! I promise to work together to prioritize road safety, transportation, and housing. We will create a Just DC!
I’m all for it
@dccrimefacts
! This was one of the hardest obstacles I encountered as a mom working in law enforcement FT. Especially after I gave birth to my son and breast fed my son. We can do more in terms of childcare for all of our public safety personnel that work odd
DC should be a magnet for first responders by establishing a reliable childcare option for our police/FEMS etc. that work irregular & unpredictable shifts.
Let's try it, even if just on a pilot basis. We need to do more to support our first responders.
Glad for the quick arrest of this perpetrator. My thoughts are with the DCHA officer and his family. Now let’s hope the rest of the system does it’s job.
🔔 UPDATE: Suspect in custody after incident at ARRIS Apartment Building 📍 Navy Yard. Residents breathe a sigh of relief!
The officer involved has been transported to a local hospital. DCHA confirms the officer is in stable condition and alert. Our thoughts and prayers are
The Council should vote on every director’s confirmation. Letting the vote lapse is failing to face concerns raised by the community. It’s taking the easy way out instead of being accountable to the people. It also signals community concerns don’t matter. Inaction is an action.
Tomorrow, Everett Lott will officially be approved as director of DDOT. The council never took a vote on his appointment, so he's deemed automatically approved b/c of a set deadline the council must vote by.
He got mixed reviews during his hearing:
👇🏼I can’t go thru all the “likes” on this post
@dccrimefacts
! You nailed it again! These strategies work! But we need to get all criminal justice agencies on this page - which I think is where they’d like to be. They need personnel and the policy environment to do it though. We
Boston isn't perfect but they have clearly figured out better ways to prevent homicides than what we have in DC.
Their police, prosecutors & probation agencies have prioritized Focused Deterrence of the small number of gangs that drive most violence. (1/
And this is the right strategy. Dismantling these groups is a must and every agency that can assist in doing so should be involved in the effort. Additionally, a lot of criminal groups are involved in non-violent criminal activities. I hope the USAO is casting a broad net on
There's a very small number of crews/gangs that drive a huge amount of the gun violence (& drug sales) in DC.
Both Chief Smith & USA Graves say these groups are top priorities for investigations & prosecution.
My message has been clear since day one: public housing is in trouble. DC has allowed the units to run down, mismanaged the program, displaced tenants, and the oversight of this agency is weak to say it nicely. It’s great to hear other candidates now bring attention to an issue
Back to being mom! Had to give my son a shoutout at the
@Nationals
game! This is our favorite thing to do together. Will miss his company when he’s off to
@LaSalleUniv
DC residents know it's time to pass Secure DC to make our communities safer & more secure.
Today, I had the chance to answer questions from colleagues on the bill as it moved through the Committee of the Whole.
First vote on February 6th.
See report⬇️
My campaign worker just caught another candidate pulling down signs she JUST put up at Ida Wells.Yes
@NateforDC
you got caught red handed! Shame on you! She was out at 5:30am. She said both my signs and
@AnitaBondsDC
were taken down. Thank you
@Tatafuego
for your fierce support!
Sending prayers to Rev. Motley and his family. He has been so instrumental in my service to DC and he has served Wards 7 and 8 for years. Boots on the ground doing the work. Praying for his family 😔.
Safer streets, stronger communities—this isn't just a slogan for Lisa Gore; it's a mission. With a dedication to public safety, Lisa is working tirelessly to create neighborhoods where everyone feels secure.
Join us in supporting her vision for a safer, more resilient Ward 4.
We’ll I be damned. So TN legislators you just voted to expel two BLACK men and not the white female all subject to the same allegation? What a disgrace..
This is the ugly side of Black homeownership - exploitation, and why is spent over 20yrs investigating these cases and driving policy solutions. DC this has been an issue for years and it’s never been fixed. Why the loan closed with a pre-inspection highlighting
Last year,
@NPR
aired a piece about this D.C. woman's new home purchase. Tasharn was thrilled to have bought her first home after a lifetime in public housing.
She contacted me in March to say the house turned out to be a nightmare. This is her story:
I’m happy to see this meeting occurred but I HOPE it was not the first one. US Attorney’s offices meet with stakeholder agencies ALL THE TIME. Now the Council is not an “agency” but given our relationship we deserve the same time and respect. The Council should be meeting with
This morning, I asked
@USAttyGraves
to join the Council breakfast meeting to discuss
@USAO_DC
’s work to hold offenders of crime accountable and how factors like evidence, drug testing, and discretion play a role in prosecution rates. 1/2
Tune in:
The support and love from you all has been so motivating. It’s been wonderful to talk to first time voters and newly transplanted residents. They are ready for change, as well!
Yay! We did it—this morning we joined
@allinsea
from
@GGWash
for Bike to Work Day. We made it to the Wilson building using a more environmentally-friendly mode of transportation.
disgusting treatment and harm.
@ZacharyforWard5
’s response should also be noted. Poised, calm, and with dignity. This is the type of leadership we need on our Council. ALL candidates running should speak up on this shameful attack. Stand up for what’s right! 🏳️🌈🏳️🌈
#AJustDC
On of the initiatives I worked on as a Special Agent in Charge was combatting sexual quid pro quo in housing. It was a joint effort with DOJ, HUD Fair Housing, and my division. Not only did we make criminal cases but we partnered on pattern and practice cases with DOJ and
Thank you
@Ward5Democrats
for organizing today’s candidate’s caravan! It was a great way to see beautiful Ward 5 and greet voters! And l loved spending some time with other
#DCision22
candidates!!
This is a good question
@scurvywife84211
. As a former LEO who has done law enforcement press conferences I would have distinguished the reporting by addressing “injuries” versus “harm.” So something like there are no reported injuries at this time. Additionally I would have also
1/2 The incumbent has penned no recent housing legislation & is well funded by powerful developers-developers who seek to make the city accessible only to those who are well connected.
Ward 4 needs a Councilmember that holds regular office hours with the community. I want the Ward 4 community to know when and where they have access to me - not a surrogate.
#Ward4Forward
!
Join Lisa Gore at Bread & Chocolate for Ward 4 Community Hours. Sign up for one timeslot (click the link to sign up) to meet with Lisa, And share your concerns, questions, and curiosity about the campaign to move Ward4Forward!
#Ward4Forward
#GoreforDC
I'm proud to endorse
@MarshallForDC
and use 1 of my 2 votes to elect him on the Council! Karim's holistic approaches to housing, public safety, education, and other issues will advance an innovative vision to ensure a more equitable and vibrant DC.
#JUSTDC
#KARIMFORDC
#CHANGE
Geeking out with my
@Ward4DemsDC
at this morning’s housing forum! Glad to hear
@AnitaBondsDC
agree to hold a hearing on
@CMLewisGeorgeW4
social housing bill!! And always grateful for the expertise and wise counsel of
@DouglassCLT
Sheldon Clark!
NEW: National Park Service says it will keep Upper Beach Drive closed to vehicles, and open to people YEAR-ROUND.
Previously, they said they'd keep it closed to vehicles just from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Previous coverage:
We had a tragic day yesterday and I grieve for all. One story that wasn’t covered much was the one below which also happened along Connecticut Avenue NW. Violence against women is an issue in DC and it often doesn’t get the coverage it deserves.
In DC’s Chinatown,
@DCPoliceDept
@FBI
and
@USAO_DC
announce the arrests of two additional people in the connection with several armed robberies at a Walgreens store. One of those arrested was Michael Robinson, a a manager at the store.
@WTOP
High rates of speed. Insane. Getting into the park was such a relief. I’m still a bag of nerves since my son had his accident but determined to stay with it.
Thank you DC! We just dropped off our second batch of petitions and all total over 4,100 of you signed to get Us on the ballot! 💙🙌🏼🙏🏼 so grateful to the dedicated volunteers! Thank you and onward and upward!!!
I’m so proud to have this endorsement!
@DCWFP
is the party of working people and families- like my dad and mom. They’re out front fighting on issues like the eviction crisis and women’s reproductive rights. I’m so excited and look forward to working with them as we make
#AJustDC
!
We are incredibly excited to announce ✨ two new endorsements ✨ for June's primaries.
@charlesallen
for Ward 6 Councilmember and
@GoreforDC
for At-Large join our full lineup of endorsed candidates.
Happy Mothers Day to all the moms from Brandon and I! The title of mom extends beyond giving birth--to the super aunts of the world, our female cousins, godmothers, community moms, and sisters, today we acknowledge the work you do to help keep us standing.
One family displaced is one too many. The history of Black displacement in the city is horrifying and I will do everything in my power to make sure it remains history-not future housing policy. Together, we can build a Just DC. Donate
Its disheartening to hear about attacks on our emergency services employees
@IAFF36
@IAFFofficial
as they try to make our city safer.
#Ward4
residents know the value of protecting & honoring our emergency responders! As the next Councilmember, I will ensure firefighters,
Today, The President of Local 36, continued to speak out against the violence against our DC Firefighters. Our Fireifghters are being attacked while performing their vital duty—trying to help those in crisis. Thanks
@tomroussey7news
for hearing our story
@IAFFofficial
At the end of the
@WABADC
morning bike ride at Turkey Thicket Rec Center. This was a workout!🚴🏾♀️I will fight to create a 15-minute city for ALL DC residents, because transit equity is tied to public safety. Vote Lisa Gore for At-Large Councilmember by June 21!
DNA analysis is a critical tool to close cases, increase accuracy, prevent recidivism, & support victims.
We must include this in Secure DC, particularly for sexual assault & rape survivors--these cases are hard to prove & often committed multiple times.
I promised
@Campbell4DC
I would post this video of an incident at the McPherson eviction today. It really demonstrates the inhumanity of policy decisions and how they can further traumatize our neighbors, especially the most vulnerable. Glad to be a voice for him.
This is a shame and I can’t say what I want to on this medium. But I’m also wondering how this fell apart so soon and what went into the deal in the 1st place. What is going on here.. I have to be missing something
#GoodFoodMarkets
#Bellevue
Decided to come see for myself, since it’s in my neighborhood and next to my SMD (and I shop there occasionally) The store looks deserted,w/sparsely stocked shelves & a sign inside that says “temporarily closed”. If this is the case it’s a travesty. 1/2